Short answer: File Certificate of Dissolution (CSCL/CD 731) with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division for $10. Michigan does not block the filing for tax clearance. Instead, the LLC files the dissolution first and is statutorily required to request tax clearance from the Department of Treasury within 60 days after dissolution.
We've pulled these figures from the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division's own pages. If something's changed since our last check, the state's portal wins, so it's worth a quick look before you pay.
How dissolution works in Michigan
- Get member approval as your operating agreement requires.
- Settle debts, file final tax returns and close accounts. Michigan does not block the filing for tax clearance. Instead, the LLC files the dissolution first and is statutorily required to request tax clearance from the Department of Treasury within 60 days after dissolution.
- File Certificate of Dissolution (CSCL/CD 731) with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division and pay $10.
- Cancel your registered agent service and close your EIN account with the IRS.
How Michigan compares
Michigan's dissolution filing fee is $10. That's the 11th lowest of 48 jurisdictions we track. The national median is $32.5, so Michigan comes in $22.5 under it.
| State | Fee | National rank (1 = highest) |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | $10 | 36 of 48 |
| New York | $60 | 11 of 48 |
| Pennsylvania | $140 | 4 of 48 |
| Wisconsin | $20 | 32 of 48 |
| New Jersey | $100 | 5 of 48 |
| Ohio | $50 | 14 of 48 |
Michigan fees that apply here
| Filing | State fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Statement | $25 | annual, February 15 |
| Certificate of Dissolution (CSCL/CD 731) | $10 |
Dissolving an LLC: Michigan questions
How do I dissolve an LLC in Michigan?
File Certificate of Dissolution (CSCL/CD 731) with the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA), Corporations Division ($10). Michigan does not block the filing for tax clearance. Instead, the LLC files the dissolution first and is statutorily required to request tax clearance from the Department of Treasury within 60 days after dissolution.
Do I need tax clearance before dissolving in Michigan?
Michigan does not block the filing for tax clearance. Instead, the LLC files the dissolution first and is statutorily required to request tax clearance from the Department of Treasury within 60 days after dissolution.
What happens if I just stop filing reports instead of dissolving?
The state may administratively dissolve the LLC, but fees, penalties and tax obligations can keep piling up until then. No monetary late penalty for a standard LLC, but failing to file for two consecutive years results in a loss of good standing.
How much does it cost to dissolve a Michigan LLC?
$10 in state fees, plus any final report or tax amounts owed.
Sources and verification
Last checked against official state sources on . States change fees with little notice, so confirm on the filing portal before you pay. How we verify.
Still being confirmed with the state: ra.self allowed.